Guestbook

New guestbook entries may be added by simply filling out the form. Before posting, please be sure you have some familiarity with the basic conventions of netiquette. We will ignore postings that don't adhere to these conventions, or lack last names or towns.

We also have a dedicated area for accepting feedback if you're looking to voice your opinions about what should or shouldn't be on Saugus.net.

Also, if you want to give feedback specifically on Jim Harrington's Saugus Photos Online Page, it has its own dedicated guestbook.

Finally, it should be noted that this guestbook isn't well suited for holding discussions. For that, you may want to try one of the Saugus discussion groups; there are different ones for different topics, with the Saugus Society Talk one being most appropriate for general discussions.

Marlene Muzzy Maxwell of Orlando, FL writes:

I was born on Whitney St. in Cliftondale, but was raised mostly on Willis St. I have many happy memories of Saugus even though I haven't lived there for nearly 60 years. I still remember buying war stamps at the Ballard School. During winter that was a long cold walk to school. I would love to find my next door neighbor and friend Marilyn Misener. Don't know her married name. Been in FL for 40 years and don't think I could handle the cold any more. Just found this site and love reading the messages.

Virginia Toci of Saugus, MA writes:

Hello, If anyone out there knew any of the members of the "Indorato" family can you please contact me. I would deeply appreciate it. (father, Santo Indorato) (mother Anna Indorato) (children: Josephine, Joseph, Nellie, Bernie, Mary, Virginia) Santo and Anna were my great-grandparents, origionally from Sicily. They came to Saugus in (I believe around 1907), I have population papers from 1930 for Saugus, MA They are all listed, Santo my ggf, worked as a rubber hose maker, and my aunt Josphine worked at the candy factory in 1930, If anyone knew them please contact me, Im visiting this Nov, and staying for a week, I have no pictures hopefuuly I find some when I come to visit along with more information on them , they all passed when I was very young. Thank you so much for your time, and this sight is very beautiful, I feel as Ive always been apart of Saugus, growing up hearing all the wonderful things my family did there, now Ill actually get to see it in person. Thank you, again, Virginia Toci (caterbyjeannie@aol.com)

Dave Eaton of Lacey, WA writes:

Just wanted to stop by and say how glad i am that this site has been kept up. Paging thru the guestbook i saw my original entry from many years ago. At that time i didn't think the site would still be here 12 years later. Good work (and thank you) to all who are involved in this project. It's always great to look through the pages of the guestbook and see what old friends have been up to

Kimberly Meserve of Saugus, MA writes:

Saying hello

Don Allen of Canandaigua, NY writes:

My boyhood home was 34 MYrtle St. Cliftondale Neighbors included Harry and Bertha Nish, Alexander and Mrs. Burrit, Wesley and Mrs. Hume,Karl Norris, Fred England, Capt. Frank Crosby(SS. Yarmouth)

Don Allen, Saugus High 1928

Bruce Carbone of Mulberry, FL writes:

Looking for Wayne Rothwell, graduated from SHS, class of 61. Imprtant that I find him. Thanks for any help with this.

Gary Warren Hawkes of Saugus, MA writes:

I was born in Saugus on May 15,1955 At Saugus Geneal Hospital. Its been a long time that I have been back. I was living on 290 Main Steet Saugus, MA. My Grandfather Stanley Warren Hawkes MD. Eye Dr. at that address. I am now at Baton Rouge, La.

Gary W. Hawkes

CJ Holliday of Greensboro, NC writes:

Looking for any information about Carl James Hooper (1920 - 1944 / SHS Grad 1937) who lived on Morton Avenue. There should be a WW2 Memorial Plaque dedicated to him on Morton Avenue - is it still there? His parents were Jim and Velma Hooper and he had one sister, all now deceased. No other relatives in the area that I know of. LOVE Saugus!

Matue Harton of Kiev, Kiev Oblast (Urkaine) writes:

I would like to express my deepest thanks to everyone who made this website... Well done!!!

Julie Mills of Saugus, MA writes:

sorry to see the lost and found gone. If anyone here in saugus sees a silver adult schwinn bike in their neighborhood, please notify PD. my son is 15 and lost without "his wheels"..thanks

Kevin Kelly of Spring Hill , FL writes:

hey everyone i,m still in the sunshine down here. riding every day. class of 80 email me keep in touch

Dave Eaton of Lacey, WA writes:

update to my email address

William MacGregor of Johnston, RI writes:

I am a watercolor artist and would like to do a painting of Adventure Car Hop, and wondering if anyone can send me a photo or a picture. I've searched the web but have not been able to find any pictures.

Thank You William MacGregor 756A Greenville Ave Johnston, RI 02919 Bill@junkyardartist.com www.junkyardartist.com

Richard Mallett of Crestview, FL writes:

Found the site a few months ago and it brought back years of memories. Graduated in 72. Went in the Air Force in 74. Got stationed here in NW Fla have been here ever since. Got married here raised five kids here. But Saugus is and always will be home. Even though I havent been there in a long time my wife and kids had a chance to see what it is like. Hope to go back for a vist someday soon.

David J Bolduc of Saugus, MA writes:

The Bolduc family offer our condolences and will keep Ross in our prayers. Ross Alameddine's postive spirit and attitude will live on,and to all of the children of Saugus a great role model. Dave, Linda, David, and Larry Bolduc 45 Mt. Vernon St Saugus Ma.

Judy Crouse-Steelman of Christiansburg, Va writes:

I am originally from Saugus, Mass. I lived on Vicnent Street in Saugus unitl I was 13. I now reside in Christiansburg, Va which is next door to Blacksburg, Va, home of Va Tech.

My oldest daughter is a graduate of Tech and my son-in-law is a graduate of Va Tech from the Engineering Dept.

I was so saddened by the event that unfolded here this week. I was very surprised to hear that one of the sudents killed inthe massacre was from my home town of Saugus.

Ross Abdaliah Almedddine, who was just 20 years old lost his life in this terrible incident. I wanted to express my depest sympathy to his mothere Lynette Alameddine.

You will be in my prayers and thoughts.

Judy Crouse-Steelman Christiansburg, Virginia

James Bentz Jr. of Saugus, MA writes:

To the Alameddine family:

Please accept my deepest, heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your son, Ross.

The entire Saugus community will stand by you all in the days and weeks ahead.

Ross, and all of you will be in my prayers, as will all the others involved in the unspeakable tragedy at Virginia Tech.

-Jim Bentz

Laura Trendel of Sutton, MA writes:

Dear Alameddine Family of Saugus, I learned of the loss of your son Ross while watching Channel 7 last night. Families across the state share in your loss. May the strength of love lift you up and bring comfort during this time of great sorrow. With heartfelt sympathy, Laura Trendel

Mark Goldberg of Lynn, MA writes:

Nothing.

Dena Vivace of Stafford, VA writes:

Hello all, I would have been with the graduating class of 1986, but had to leave right before graduation. I go back to visit my dad once a year ususally, he is still atop the hill behind Cliftondale Square. I still love it there. I didn't appreciate the beauty of Massachusetts until I moved to Virginia. All the homes look the same around here.

Lois Walsh DiVita-Person of Lake Worth, FL writes:

i lived in Saugus many years ago, moved to Danvers, MA and then to FL. Miss the Northeast very much. If anyone remembers me I would love to hear from.

Stephanie Ciulla Pagliarulo Catarina of Palm Harbor, FL writes:

Hi, I am from Class of 68. Living in Florida for the last 15 yrs. Recently visited family during holidays. Many good memories of growing up in saugus as I drove the area again. Any emails appreciated.

Donna (Melchionno) Perham of Saugus, MA writes:

I came across your website and have enjoyed "catching up" with others' posts. I graduated in 1968, still live and Saugus and would love to hear from others who may remember me.

Keep up the good work!

Donna Perham

Betty (Manning) Conlon of St. Augustine, FL writes:

I grew up on Webb Place, behind the railroad station. Have been looking for a picture of the house where we lived. The house was razed many years ago,I do not know the year. If by any chance someone might have a picture of the property I would really like a copy of it. Pictures I found do not show enough of the house.

Thanks Betty Manning Conlon

Loie A Lennon (Rogers) of Brighton, IL writes:

Hi Saugus, Every once in a while I look at the Saugus net just to get a boost in the heart. I do return three or so times a year to visit. My mother Hazel Rogers (she owned the Rogers' Treasure Chest in Clifdendale square)is in an Alzheimer home in Lynfield (Sunrise). My brother George "Buck" Rogers also lives in Lynnfield with his wife Nancy (Orlando) class of 1969. Buck graduated from St John's Prep (class of 1967). They live between Lynnfield and Jupiter Florida. As for me, I have no home. (oh my I am homeless) I actually spend some time in Brighton Il where my daughter, her husband and my three granddaughters live.My son Steven was killed by a drunk driver in 1991 when he was 18 years young. I was married for 32 years to my sailor husband Don Lennon. He passed away in 2000. I have been working on cruise ships since the early 1990's. I continue to do so. I had my own business for over 20 years in the Seattle Washington area. I am a professional seamstress. I continue in that profession on cruise ships. I contract out to Holland America working on the dancers and singers costumes on board their ships. I LOVE IT. I also work as a hostess for groups on cruise ships. My companion lives in Canada. What a life I have. BUT my roots will always be in Saugus. If there is anyone out there who remembers me please email me at loielennon@yahoo.com I am looking for Shirley Dubuque (Lawrence married name) class of 1964. She was my maid of honor. Until I have the pleasure to return to Saugus, I will be on the high seas. Loie Lennon (Rogers) class of 1964